An Answered Prayer

I saw my Dad pressing those buttons profusely to get to another sports channel he enjoys watching in the afternoon. It would have been easy to do that if we did not have 4 TV sets, 3 DVD players and a play station II console. Not to mention the sound system and the couple of speakers we have spread across the living room that use these remote controls. He ended up throwing that out of frustration... and I guess tomorrow I'll be buying another one of those universal remote controls that do not work when you need it.

Different brands, different frequencies, radio wave or infra red we do not have the capability to understand all these complicated and technical things just to be able to switch channels. I hate to spend a couple hundred dollars just to buy a more complicated remote that would not work because you need to decipher hundreds of codes. Since I am the more technical one, I end up getting frustrated too when Mom and Dad asks me to do it for them.

Lo and behold our prayers have been answered! With the use of just one remote to control them all, life would be really easy. They just released the new Yamaha neoHD and this one just gets everything working. The DVD, TV and radio is a cinch to control with just minimal control buttons customized for ease of use. I want to get that thing into my hands now.

They also launched the Yamaha neoHD Sweepstakes for those who want to get this for free! I love them so more since they made it easier for me to get one. My dear readers, try to find them on face book and tell me why do you need the new NEOHD? Are you going to enter the contest like I did? Comments are welcome!

The Plans for the Weekend: Another Major Photoshoot!

Google @ Intramuros (previous shoot of D60KREW)

This weekend will be great since I will be part of the KREW that will organize this shoot. we went on an ocular inspection of the place a few weeks ago and agreed to have this shoot on the third week of August. Guess what? It is already the thrid week so this will push through. I contacted the ever reliable Boss Andy and asked about the details of the shoot.

The concept is still HIGH FASHION (one that I have been doing for a couple of shoots now!), the models will be using gowns/long dresses/PUNK outfits. The location of the shoot is very picturesque right in the heart of SHAW/Mandaluyong area, it's an abandoned building, it has character and geometric shapes because of its raw cement exteriors... and... it has a huge view of city scapes (San Juan and Makati Area) and the Golf Course (Wack Wack Golf and Country Club) at the back so be careful we might get hit by golf balls (not a joke!).

We might need additional lighting (so I hope the KREW and Digital Katipuneros bring em all!) coz it is a little dark on some floors while the top one would be great for some day/night shots. It would be probably scheduled around mid to late afternoon since the wind, shadiness and ambiance would be perfect around that time. This is going to be big since Andy would like to have this shoot with Digital Katipuneros... sort of a joint venture... we'll have 6 models 5 girls and a guy(probably Google). I hope you guys are excited as I am!


I hope the whole D60KREW and Digital Katipuneros will come. This will be a riot!

Auditing Professional Certification: A Necessity

The medical industry is in dire need of professionals. The Philippines has eagerly supplied Medical Doctors, Nurses and health professionals other countries since the early 90's. There are still shortages of registered Nurses; care givers in the US, Europe, Japan and other westernized countries because the unemployment and retirement rate has increased in the past few years.

Blue collared positions like Medical Audit specialists also are not exempted since they are needed in the implementation of health programs, industries like insurance companies, private clinics, hospitals and establishments. Certifications from world renowned organizations can set ordinary auditors apart from the rest of the plain graduates coming out of schools. There are certain standards that they will have to meet before getting recognized by the best multinational companies because you just cannot trust anyone your hard earned money.

This is where the American Association of Medical Audit Specialists has been pioneering in this industry as they have certified CMAS professionals for a few years now. It inculcates recognition from peers, the organization and the community as a whole. Getting this on your credentials is definitely a plus for this awesome profession. Without it, life would be less than ordinary. So make sure if you are in the auditing business, get your people certification that they need. It is a necessity in these harsh economic times.

MANILA COMIC CON 2009

Here are pictures from this morning's comic convention 2009 in Megamall.

ENJOY!!! c^^,)

It was a warm Saturday afternoon, since I was not scheduled for a photo shoot this weekend I was lounging around the house sitting here and there and binge eating again on Twizzlers and popcorn (weird combination huh?!) I was on a diet so I had to think of a way to entertain my self. So I got up from bed and decided I've got to get my clicking urge satisfied today. There was an event being talked about a forum I frequent and it was held in Megamall. The Metro Comic Convention 2009! It was my first time attending the event and of course I was not there just for the ladies! (^_^) I was there to shoot interesting subjects, I was not disappointed! From Toys, Comic books, COSPLAY people, models, the list just goes on and on. I was not afraid to go there alone though... well to think about it this was the first time I was planning to shoot alone... aside from food reviews I do every now and then.

I got there around 2 or 3PM I think and saw the cosplayers sitting outside Megatrade hall where they usually do these events. It was nice, I had the first few shots dedicated to them but then I saw the life size figures in the center so I concentrated more on that and the toys. That was really good shooting because the images I saw after that were great... I saw some of the D60KREW photographers there also so in the end I wasn't really alone. I had so much fun as you can see because I got so many out of those few hours spent inside the comic con. I am sure I'll be back next year!

Major Renovations Ahead!

This morning my Mom and I talked about renovating the kitchen. Since we needed parts of it fixed, might as well completely tear the house apart so they can eliminate problems with termite infestation since most of it is wood. The counter top needs updating so I recommended they get marble slabs for that and the bathroom sink. It would be classy to get one on a post 70's designed house like ours.

This was definitely going to be costly but what can we do, we need to do it before September when my relatives arrive. I would not want them to stare at the old dilapidated ceiling when it rains. That is if the almost 60 typhoons that the country suffers do not get here first. I wonder how much it is going to cost me this time.

Maybe I have to get back to the drawing board and whip up something for my Mom to approve on. She knows these things but then if I do not get inspired within the next few weeks, I would probably start staring on a blank wall because they will probably end up looking ordinary. I wish it would look something like this in the picture.

Wish me luck!

August , 2009 : The Meeting with Boss @ Shangrila Hotel

Richard, Jesse, Vince, Tarik, Bernadette and Kennette

It was a tiring day today... but it was great! My boss from the US is in town to meet with us, his people from Manila. It was a relaxed and a great exchange of ideas transpired on what we hope will be the next phase of our project. In the coming months, there will be huge changes in the work that we do. The Internet has various highways, and it seems we will be touching all of them. From social networks, messaging systems and other media, the list just goes on and on. We will never stop creating avenues for the service that we do.

We also talked about a lot of things, about how his trip went in Davao and Cagayan De Oro. The extremities between those cities and how horrible Manila is. It was from a foreigners view so it was quite amusing to hear. He was even updated to local politics so it wasn't an ordinary talk... it spanned everything in the US, Jordan and the differences of how things work in the Philippines. He was a little tired though because he traveled from China, Malaysia and the 2 provinces Philippines. I hope he enjoyed every bit of it since I know the team had a huge boost of morale because he visited us here. Not to mention Shangrila Hotel was posh hehehe. Here's the pictures!

Jesse, Me, Vince, Tarik, Bernadette and Kenette

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CORY AQUINO Laid to Rest

I woke up this evening looking at recent events on TV. It's already around 9PM and they were only about done with the funeral of Corazon Aquino. I can imagine people have been there since 5AM this morning. News people have probably not eaten yet, guests probably also have not taken dinner or lunch. A bunch of the crowd were also barging in the fence, some of them were stopped by the police, but it was just that impromptu that they all went in at the same time so they were able to go half way... almost in the bridge. There were reported people that were hurt, some were already going home at around 9:30PM but there is still HUGE traffic in that are so it would really take a couple of hours before they can all get back to QC and other parts of the metro.

I like what I saw earlier, Baby James was putting in some flowers for the late President. You can hear Kris coaching him and saying "good boy!" at his back. It was a nice to see, I would have gone if it were not raining. I would have gone if I was not going to report for work. It's going to be quite difficult though because my boss is in town and we will meet him tomorrow afternoon. I'm on the graveyard shift too so go figure! I'll probably be barely getting some sleep so wish me luck!

I hope I get to finish my reports now so I can start on some of the other things I need to blog about. Not to mention the hundreds of things that I have to read so I can understand the things I'm goin over with my boss... I'm nervous obviously.

I hope and pray Corazon Aquino may rest in peace...Millions of Filipinos love her... I do too... my condolences to her family too.

Mouth Watering PANINI

I am a foodie. My taste has spanned thousands of miles to taste different dishes from the US, Asia and Europe. Weather it be Thai, Mexican, Southern cuisine or Italian… I still have my reservations on finding the perfect snack on a rainy afternoon like this. The one which I could sit down and gorge with a tall glass of fresh orange juice embellished with a small umbrella, a slice of pineapple and a ball of cherry stuck with a toothpick on top. Comfort food is always in the back of my mind every time I am stressed from work. I’m tired but I still make it a point not to spoil my diet since I am a little overweight, (no pun intended!) but then again it would not be sinful to get a cheesy break every now and then.


Have you tasted Panini? It’s that slice of Italian bread smothered with garlic butter and filled with cold cuts, fresh veggies and layers of cheese. I really cannot get my mind off of that but it is a little difficult to make these days. Good thing Stouffers-panini is readily available in the market. This one is different because out of the 10 varieties that you can choose from they can all be just popped into the microwave oven and cooked per package directions and you will get that same grilled goodness that we love!

How can you resist this?

Bistro Meatballs & Peppers, Chicken SOUVLAKI, Lean Cuisine Grilled Vegetables & Goat Cheese, and Mango Chicken TIKKA!

See what I mean!? This is the ideal one for breakfast, lunch and dinner so you never have to be bored and stuck on TV meals that all taste the same. Since they have just recently released the 4 new flavors, they have got contests and prizes for everyone! You just have to register here to qualify and get those awesome sandwiches we love! This great offer is available to Canadian residents only.

President Cory Aquino: A People's Farewell

The sky is pouring, as I watch the events unfold on TV for the funeral of President Corazon Aquino. She has already made her mark here and around the world for making the people of the Philippines and elsewhere be proud of the freedom we enjoy. Carried by guards outside of the church, she has also been given military honors by the Philippine National Police since she is a former chief.

People are clapping for the things that she has done for this country. Thousands cried because they lost one great person, a mother, a grandmother, a president and a champion of democracy. That is Corazon Aquino, and she will never be forgotten.

Starting from the Manila Cathedral, they will go to Anda Circle then to Roxas Boulevard, turn left at Quirino Avenue and to Osmeña Highway. It will go through the South Luzon Expressway and take the Sucat Exit, then it will end at the Manila Memorial Park where she will be laid to rest.